Qualcomm has officially introduced the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 Wearable Platform, bringing major improvements in performance and power efficiency for future wearables. The chipset is built on a 4nm process, offering a significant step forward in design compactness, battery optimisation, and responsiveness.
One of the key highlights is the optimized RF Front End (RFFE), which reduces both size and power consumption by approximately 20%. This improvement allows wearable manufacturers to create smaller, thinner, and more efficient devices without sacrificing performance.
The platform also benefits from an upgraded always-on co-processor that handles Wi-Fi, GPS, audio, and notifications with minimal power drain. Paired with low-power states such as Deep Sleep and Hibernate, users can expect extended battery endurance in daily use.
For performance, Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 integrates a 1.7 GHz CPU, the Adreno A702 GPU, and Qualcomm’s Hexagon V66K processor, enabling smoother graphics, efficient multitasking, and advanced AI capabilities. The chipset also features the Spectra ISP with support for camera functions like electronic image stabilisation and noise reduction.
By balancing efficiency, performance, and compactness, Qualcomm is addressing the critical challenges faced by wearable devices. With compatibility for Wear OS by Google, the new platform also ensures a seamless experience across displays, sensors, and audio systems.
As the demand for smarter, lighter, and longer-lasting wearables grows, the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 positions itself as a core enabler of the next generation of connected devices.